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Chargers released WR Josh Reed.

The acquisition of Patrick Crayton sealed his fate. Reed, a 30-year-old possession receiver, managed just 10 touchdowns in eight seasons for Buffalo. He can help a team on third downs in the slot, but there aren't many receivers with less after-the-catch ability. Sat, Sep 4, 2010 12:48:00 PM

The acquisition of Patrick Crayton is expected to end Josh Reed's brief tenure with the Chargers.

The same San Diego Union-Tribune column claims that Crayton could push Legedu Naanee for the No. 2 wideout job, but we're not taking the speculation seriously. Crayton, 31, was acquired to add depth to a Bolts receiver corps that can't rely on fragile third option Craig Davis, and is losing Vincent Jackson. Naanee solidified a starting spot with an outstanding preseason. Fri, Sep 3, 2010 09:39:00 PM

Much will depend on the health of Buster Davis, so it's hardly etched in stone. Davis was dealing with a hip pointer as recently as late last week. If the Bolts shed their fifth wideout, Josh Reed would have to hold off rookies Jeremy Williams and Seyi Ajirotutu for the final spot. Mon, Aug 23, 2010 01:35:00 PM

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The acquisition of Patrick Crayton is expected to end Josh Reed's brief tenure with the Chargers.

The same San Diego Union-Tribune column claims that Crayton could push Legedu Naanee for the No. 2 wideout job, but we're not taking the speculation seriously. Crayton, 31, was acquired to add depth to a Bolts receiver corps that can't rely on fragile third option Craig Davis, and is losing Vincent Jackson. Naanee solidified a starting spot with an outstanding preseason.

Much will depend on the health of Buster Davis, so it's hardly etched in stone. Davis was dealing with a hip pointer as recently as late last week. If the Bolts shed their fifth wideout, Josh Reed would have to hold off rookies Jeremy Williams and Seyi Ajirotutu for the final spot.

The Chargers concede that newly signed Josh Reed will not be a replacement for Vincent Jackson should the restricted free agent miss time this season.

V-Jax and Malcom Floyd are primarily down-field threats whereas Reed is a possession receiver working the middle of the field. "Josh and Buster [Davis] are going to compete for those types of plays," coach Norv Turner said. Legedu Naanee would start opposite Floyd if V-Jax sits out.

Chargers signed Josh Reed, formerly of the Bills, to a one-year contract.

With Vincent Jackson threatening an in-season holdout and also facing a possible league suspension, GM A.J. Smith isn't waiting around. Still, there's a reason Reed has been on the street since free agency opened. He's a low-end slot/possession receiver with few playmaking skills. He's just depth along with names like Buster Davis and Legedu Naanee. It's also confirmation that the Chargers aren't interested in free agent Terrell Owens.

The player rep for WR Josh Reed conceded that it's "highly unlikely" the free agent will sign with the Patriots.

It's just a poor fit. Reed works best out of the slot, where the Pats have Julian Edelman ready to step in until Wes Welker returns later in the year. Reed will try to land a job elsewhere as the primary slot receiver.

Free agent WR Josh Reed is scheduled to visit with the Patriots on Monday.

The Pats need a receiver with separation skills opposite Randy Moss, though we're highly skeptical that Reed meets the criteria. The furthest thing from a playmaker with a career 11.5 yards per reception and just 10 TDs in eight seasons, Reed at least boasts reliable hands.

The Bills will not offer a contract to impending unrestricted free agent Josh Reed.

Reed's eight-year career with the Bills is over. He's a low-end slot receiver that has never reached 600 receiving yards in a season. With both Reed and Terrell Owens gone, James Hardy will get a real crack at the No. 2 receiver job opposite Lee Evans.

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Gordon is reportedly dealing with a "minor" bone bruise in the same knee which required microfracture surgery after his rookie year. That is at least slightly concerning, but neither the player nor his coach appears to be worried. "He’s sore," Anthony Lynn said. "He was sore last week. We’ll monitor him this week, but I’m sure he’ll be fine." As long as he is active, Gordon will be a locked-in RB1 against the Eagles.

Dontrelle Inman (groin) is questionable for Week 2 against the Dolphins.

Inman is set to make his season debut on Sunday after putting in a full week of practice. In a crowded receiving corps featuring Keenan Allen, Tyrell Williams and Travis Benjamin, it's doubtful Inman will draw enough targets to warrant fantasy consideration.

Williams is close to returning after a full week of limited practice, He’s running routes at full speed, but still needs to get cleared for team drills. Barring any setbacks, Williams looks in line for an early October return.

Chargers RT Joe Barksdale exited Week 2 against the Dolphins with a left foot injury.

Barksdale was bull-rushed over by Cameron Wake in the fourth quarter and was injured on the play. He was trying to come back in but stood up from the bench and threw his helmet on the ground before heading to the locker room. Veteran Chris Hairston has replaced Barksdale at right tackle.

Hairston tweeted the other day that the "doctor said I had blood clots," so we're assuming that's the issue here. Hairston filled in at right tackle in place of an injured Joe Barksdale in Week 2. L.A.'s line is in rough shape.